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Electrician Hourly Rate UK

Typical UK electrician hourly rates, day rates, emergency charges and common call-out costs.

Last reviewed: 1 September 2026 · Sources & data · Methodology

Typical planning cost£45–£60 per hour
Broader project rangeAround £45–£100+ per hour
Planning figures are estimates rather than quotations. Live calculators combine dated UK benchmarks with clearly separated modelling assumptions such as region, size, condition and specification.

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What affects the cost?

Electrician charges depend on location, job type, urgency, certification, minimum call-out periods and whether materials are included.

  • Region
  • Routine or emergency work
  • Minimum call-out charge
  • Certification requirements
  • Materials and parts
  • Job duration

Typical cost breakdown

Electrician labourPrimary charge
Call-out/minimum periodMay apply
MaterialsUsually separate
Testing & certificationJob dependent

Regional planning examples

The examples below apply our published modelling factor to the same national benchmark. They are not claimed as observed city-wide average quotes.

London£60–£80 / hour
Manchester£40–£60 / hour
Birmingham£40–£60 / hour
Glasgow£40–£60 / hour
Cardiff£40–£50 / hour

Sources used for this guide

Checkatrade

Electrician Hourly Rates in the UK in 2026

Published / checked: May 2026

Used for: Electrician hourly, day and emergency rate benchmarks

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Frequently asked questions

What is the average electrician hourly rate?

Current UK guidance puts a typical electrician at around £50 per hour, with common rates around £45–£60.

What is an electrician day rate?

A current UK benchmark is around £400 for an eight-hour day.

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